42 min

Inside the OBGYN Journey: Dr. Jen's Q&A Sesh Let's Talk About Down There

    • Medicine

This week, join Dr. Jen for a special Q&A episode as she spills the beans on everything you need to know about becoming an OBGYN and med school as a whole! From the grueling years of classes to the rollercoaster ride of residency, she breaks it all down with no filter. She also confronts the impact of abortion bans on aspiring OBGYNs, exposing the challenges and injustices they face. If you're curious about the path to becoming an OBGYN, or just a general practitioner and want to hear the unfiltered truth, buckle up for an eye-opening information session that will leave you feeling empowered to follow your dreams. Get ready for some serious insights and a dose of inspiration on this wild journey into the world of healthcare!  
 
What’s going down:  

A breakdown of how long it actually takes to become an OBGYN  

Prerequisites for medical school and taking the MCAT  

What to expect in your four years of medical school   

The complexities of residencies and "the match" process  

Why the narrative about female OBGYNs is a total double standard   

Dr. Jen’s advice for choosing a residency   

Examples of fellowship programs and sub-specialties 

The unfortunate reality and heightened competition for OBGYN residency applicants post-roe 

 
Thank you for continuing the conversation and calling into the Viva la Vulva Voicemail at (503) 893-2016! Please be sure to rate, follow, review, and remember that nothing is considered TMI around here.   
 
Social & Website  
TikTok: @drjenniferlincoln  
Instagram: @drjenniferlincoln  
YouTube: @drjenniferlincoln  
Website: www.drjenniferlincoln.com  
  
Resources   
Grab a copy of my book HERE!  
Obstetricians For Reproductive Justice  
  
References  


OB/GYN program competitiveness significantly increased over the last 20 years. 


Despite Abortion Restrictions, Ob/Gyn Remains Competitive Residency— Every slot filled in this year's Match, but some states more desirable 

Training Location Preferences of U.S. Medical School Graduates Post DOBBS V. JACKSON WOMEN’S HEALTH ORGANIZATION Decision


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This week, join Dr. Jen for a special Q&A episode as she spills the beans on everything you need to know about becoming an OBGYN and med school as a whole! From the grueling years of classes to the rollercoaster ride of residency, she breaks it all down with no filter. She also confronts the impact of abortion bans on aspiring OBGYNs, exposing the challenges and injustices they face. If you're curious about the path to becoming an OBGYN, or just a general practitioner and want to hear the unfiltered truth, buckle up for an eye-opening information session that will leave you feeling empowered to follow your dreams. Get ready for some serious insights and a dose of inspiration on this wild journey into the world of healthcare!  
 
What’s going down:  

A breakdown of how long it actually takes to become an OBGYN  

Prerequisites for medical school and taking the MCAT  

What to expect in your four years of medical school   

The complexities of residencies and "the match" process  

Why the narrative about female OBGYNs is a total double standard   

Dr. Jen’s advice for choosing a residency   

Examples of fellowship programs and sub-specialties 

The unfortunate reality and heightened competition for OBGYN residency applicants post-roe 

 
Thank you for continuing the conversation and calling into the Viva la Vulva Voicemail at (503) 893-2016! Please be sure to rate, follow, review, and remember that nothing is considered TMI around here.   
 
Social & Website  
TikTok: @drjenniferlincoln  
Instagram: @drjenniferlincoln  
YouTube: @drjenniferlincoln  
Website: www.drjenniferlincoln.com  
  
Resources   
Grab a copy of my book HERE!  
Obstetricians For Reproductive Justice  
  
References  


OB/GYN program competitiveness significantly increased over the last 20 years. 


Despite Abortion Restrictions, Ob/Gyn Remains Competitive Residency— Every slot filled in this year's Match, but some states more desirable 

Training Location Preferences of U.S. Medical School Graduates Post DOBBS V. JACKSON WOMEN’S HEALTH ORGANIZATION Decision


Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible. Check out these deals just for you: 
 Green Chef - Get 60% off plus free shipping when you go to GreenChef.com/drjen  
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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